Wintergreen Ledges

Growing as a member of the body of Christ.

“Therefore, in experiences of fasting we are not so much abstaining from food as we are feasting on the word of God.” - Richard Foster

All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. - 2 Timothy 3:16-17

The Christian on his knees sees more than the philosopher on tiptoe. - Dwight L. Moody

Worship is when we give God His breath back. - Louie Giglio

It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men. - Frederick Douglass

The Book of Job

...if I find in myself a desire, which no experience in this world can satisfy, the most probable explanation is that I was made for another world. - C. S. Lewis

Explore the many benefits of wisdom in Proverbs 10-31.

My son, choose your steps wisely.

If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. - James 1:5

The power of a mother on mission to lovingly raise and disciple her children to know, love, and serve Jesus.

All the believers were one in heart and mind. - Acts 4:32

Power from on high. - Acts 2:1 - 13

God’s people called, equipped, and sent.

But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. - Acts 1:8

And if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith. - 1 Corinthians 15:14

For it is impossible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins. - Hebrews 10:4

Rejoice greatly, Daughter Zion! Shout, Daughter Jerusalem! See, your king comes to you, righteous and victorious, lowly and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey. - Zechariah 9:9

Taking the church beyond the walls

As each one has received a special gift, employ it in serving one another as good stewards of the manifold grace of God. - 1 Peter 4:10

God is the same God in every day of your story

“No one has taken it from Me, I lay it down...” - John 10:18

“…Passing Through Their Midst, He Went on His Way.” - Luke 4:30

Be intentional in giving thanks to God.

Who is this that the wind and waves obey Him?

Let no one say when he is tempted, I am being tempted by God; for God cannot be tempted by evil, and He Himself does not tempt anyone. - James 1:13

“On these two commandments hang the whole Law & The Prophets.” - Matthew 22:40

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. - Joshua 1:9

You cannot stumble on something that is behind you.

Do not disturb the peace of Jesus Christ.

Thankful!

There is hope always!

And not only that, but we also boast in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not disappoint us, because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. - Romans 5:3-5

Two Churches 1: Invisible, Mystical, Universal body of believers 1: Local, Geographical, Tangible, Highly Visible body of believers

Getting out of your lane could be hazardous to your health.

You are favored!

I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. - John 16:33

Christianity is not a religion or a philosophy, but a relationship and a lifestyle. The core of that lifestyle is thinking of others, as Jesus did, instead of ourselves. - Rick Warren

The holy person is not one who cannot sin. The holy person is one who will not sin. - A.W. Tozer

For I am already being poured out like a drink offering, and the time has come for my departure. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day--and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing. - Timothy 4:6-8

He loves us not because we are loveable but because He is love – C. S. Lewis

Your weaknesses are not an accident but deliberately allowed, very interesting phrase, deliberately allowed in your life for the purpose of demonstrating His power through you. - Rick Warren

Hebrew Meaning of Deliverance Nasal: to deliver or to rescue. Palat: to escape, to save or to deliver. Yasar: to deliver or to save.

It may be that you yourself are not luminous, but you are a conductor of light... - Sherlock Homes (Sir Arthur Conan Doyle)